Showing posts with label riots. Show all posts

Thursday, December 5, 2024

Review of Blazing Upheaval by Karen Charles (#Contest-Win a Copy of the Book.)

Books R Us wants to welcome Karen Charles to our blog. Karen is the author of Blazing Upheaval and Fateful Connections. She is surfing the blogosphere with Pump Up Your Book. Enter below to win a copy of her book. Thanks for stopping by.

Book Title: Blazing Upheaval

Author: Karen Charles

Publisher: Book Baby

Publication Date: July 25, 2024

Pages: 172 Genre: Thriller

About the Book:

In the heart of the tumultuous Rodney King riots in Los Angeles, a dedicated teacher finds herself thrust into a hazardous situation. Struggling to navigate the chaos and reach safety on the freeway, she faces dangerous obstacles that jeopardize her life. An unexpected rescue during a brutal attack plunges her, her family, and two other families into a chilling series of enigmatic events and escalating violence.

As the city grapples with unrest, they are entangled in a web of mysteries swiftly building in intensity. In the turmoil, their bonds of family, loyalty, and love are put to the ultimate test. The tension mounts relentlessly until an unforeseen revelation, coinciding with the cataclysmic Northridge earthquake, irrevocably changes their lives forever.

This gripping true-story thriller delivers suspenseful twists and heart-pounding moments, weaving a narrative of family resilience, solidarity, and enduring love in the face of daunting circumstances. It is a tale that illuminates the strength found within the human spirit when confronted with extraordinary challenges.

Blazing Upheaval is available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BMM6BXLG.

About The Author:

Karen Charles transforms real-life narratives into gripping fiction thrillers. Her novels intricately weave the threads of truth into a tapestry of suspense, intrigue, and riveting storytelling. An educator by profession, she is renowned for her thriller “Fateful Connections,” which unfolds against the backdrop of 9/11. “Blazing Upheaval” promises to deliver another chilling, heart-pounding experience. Karen and her husband reside on the serene shores of a beautiful bay in Washington, where she draws inspiration for her compelling narratives. Explore her insights and musings on the writer’s life through her blogs on “My Life As A Writer” at www.weaveofsuspense.com.

Website & Social Media:

Website ➜ http://weaveofsuspense.com

Twitter ➜ http://www.twitter.com/karenra24229683

Facebook ➜ https://www.facebook.com/karen.rabe.7/

My Thoughts:

I want to introduce you to Tiffany, an Elementary School teacher who was traveling home during the Rodney King riots and ended up in an altercation. Three young men attacked her car. She was assisted by one of her student's father and his friends. One of the attackers was severely injured. This incident sets up a series of events that affect Tiffany and her entire family, making the book a compelling read. All the characters were well developed, each with unique and intriguing traits and struggles, making them relatable and adding depth to the story-line. The author had a way of describing the events happening at the time that kept me engaged. The author included an epilogue that listed the events chronologically, including the earthquake that affected everyone in the story. The author's thorough research while writing this book made me feel like I was amidst the chaos.